Dwarf Lake IrisIris lacustris

French names:
Iris lacustreFamily: Iris Family (Iridaceae)Group: IrisesDistinctive features:
Very short, barely moer than a few inches tall.Similar species:  Blue Flag Iris (Iris versicolor) - Much larger, grows in wet places.Flowers: Spring; Blue/Violet; 3 parts (petals)Leaves: Simple, EntireHabitat: Fields and Open Areas; Alvars.Native/Non-native:
NativeStatus:
Rare.
Origin and Meaning of Names:
Scientific Name: lacustris: of lakesPhotographs:
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